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10 Most Famous Nurses in History

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Do you know some of the most famous nurses in history? Take a look at 10 of the most famous nurses in history that pioneered the modern nursing field.

Can You Pass This Renaissance History Quiz?

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The Renaissance was a time of new ideas and some of the most talented people who have ever lived. If you think you know the people, places and things that influenced the time, then it's your time to shine. Take the quiz to show your stuff!

5 Events in Black History You Never Learned in School

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Most students in the U.S. aren't taught about important people and events in Black history. Here are five that you probably never learned in school.

Ridiculous History: The Great Stink of London

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The Great Stink of London occurred during the summer of 1858. Read more about this foul-smelling episode in Ridiculous History from HowStuffWorks Now.

7 Most Evil Women In History

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It is generally assumed that most - if not all - serial killers are men; however, that isn't the least bit true. We have a list of women who are just as bad, if not worse, than many of the most famous male serial killers. We're not entirely sure what caused these ladies to go [...] The post 7 Most Evil Women In History appeared first on Goliath.

A Quick and Dirty History of Spring Break

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How did spring break become a booze-fueled rite of passage for American college students? Can we blame this one on the ancient Greeks?

10 Most Deceptive PR Campaigns in History

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Diamonds are rare? Not really. They became an engagement ring staple, thanks to a clever, if deceptive, public relations campaign.

10 Most Popular Computers in History

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Do you remember your first computer? These 10 models gave many of us our first glimpse at the digital world. See if your favorite made the cut.

Ridiculous History: 5 of NASA's Greatest Pranks

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NASA likes to have a lot of fun, too. Find out what ridiculous pranks they've pulled through the years at HowStuffWorks.

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